Registered Nurse

The Recovery Village; Stockbridge (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay & Night Shift Differential

Paid Time Off

401K with match

Health, Vision, Dental, Life insurance

HSA contribution

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

A leading addiction treatment provider in Stockbridge, GA, is looking for a compassionate Registered Nurse to care for individuals dealing with addiction and mental health issues. The role involves key responsibilities such as administering medication, educating patients, and ensuring comprehensive medical care. A minimum Associate's Degree in Nursing and Georgia licensure are required. The position offers competitive pay, generous paid time off, health insurance, and a supportive working environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice in the State of Georgia.
• Must pass a Level 2 Background Check.
• Minimum two years' experience as a Registered Nurse preferred.

Responsibilities

• Caring for and educating patients about their medical and psychiatric conditions.
• Administering medications as indicated and monitoring patients.
• Documenting patient care accurately and professionally.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Medication administration

Assessment of patient needs

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse seeking an opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of individuals struggling with addiction, substance abuse, and mental health issues?

Advanced Recovery Systems (ARS), an integrated behavioral healthcare management company, is dedicated to providing exceptional care for addiction, substance abuse, and mental health issues. With our facilities located across various regions of the U.S., we have been committed to furthering our mission and applying advanced approaches to patient care. Learn more about ARS and our transformative work at www.advancedrecoverysystems.com.

At Recovery Village South Atlanta (RVSA), we are committed to providing a complete continuum of care for our patients in their journey to recovery. As a 55-bed professional addiction treatment facility, RVSA offers medical detox, inpatient treatment, outpatient care, and aftercare, ensuring comprehensive and effective support. Located, just 25 miles south of downtown Atlanta, RVSA offers a safe and conducive environment for healing. Discover more about RVA at https://www.recoveryatlanta.com/south-atlanta-facility.

The Registered Nurse performs a wide variety of job duties during a shift, caring for and educating patients about their medical and psychiatric conditions. Establishing trust and building rapport with patients and their families are key elements of this position. Works effectively with the facility leadership team to ensure success of the facility by completing the following:

Job Duties

• Ability to complete appropriate documents within the required timeframe after admission to the program. Maintains medical records.
• Ability to administer medications as indicated and monitor detoxification process.
• Ability to transcribe Physician orders and implement all Medical Protocols as ordered.
• Ability to confer with and assist medical personnel, both internal and external resources.
• Ability to provide documentation which reflects services for each patient in accordance with licensure standards.
• Ability to assess the medical and psychiatric needs of the patient determine the urgency of their needs and expedite treatment is required.
• Ability to effectively communicate concerns about patient health to appropriate personnel and follows up as necessary.
• Ability to educate patients about medications, health issues and medical conditions.
• Demonstrates ability to take verbal orders from the medical provider, documents them in the patient record and carries them out accurately and professionally.
• Demonstrates ability to provide routine nursing care under the supervision of the Director of Nursing.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum Associate's Degree in Nursing required.
• Licensed to practice in the State of Georgia required.
• Must be able to pass a Level 2 Background Check

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Minimum two years' experience as a Registered Nurse preferred.
• Behavioral health experience preferred.

Benefits begin on the 1st day of the month following date of hire.

• Pay: Competitive Pay & Night Shift Differential
• Paid Time Off: Up to 2 weeks of paid time off per year plus sick pay & holiday pay
• Retirement: 401K + match
• Insurance: Health, Vision, Dental, Life & Teladoc access and visits at NO cost to the employee.
• Matching HSA - $1500 a year contribution from the company to your HSA
• Employee Referral Bonus you can earn up to $4,000
• Travel Concierge, LifeMart Employee Discounts, Health Advocate, EAP Program

Advanced Recovery Systems complies with state and federal nondiscrimination laws and policies that prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex. It is unlawful to retaliate against individuals or groups based on the basis of their participation in a complaint of discrimination or on the basis of their opposition to discriminatory practices/EEO. We are proud to be a drug‑free workplace.

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